I woke up at 4 am today, unable to sleep anymore. Sometimes you come across stories that leave an impression. Last night I read a post by a mom, who had been traveling for many years with her daughter. The two of them exploring the world together. A few days back her daughter, only a few years younger than me, ended her life. The mom hopes that traveling would help in coping with her loss, but feels deep regret for the things that her beloved daughter would be missing. My heart goes out to the mom, and I sincerely hope that she finds happiness again.
There are numerous real-life stories of people trying to heal themselves by traveling, finding solace in places that make them appreciate life and slowly accept the truth about their loss. Betrayal, cheating, sexual assault, suicide – a lot of women have overcome the struggles that life had thrown on them.
These travel poems are for all those souls, trying to heal themselves by traveling to distant lands.
Healed
Kiss the wild winds
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It’s heartbreaking to lose a child. I hope that mother finds peace through her travels.
You are a fantastic poet, Raj. I love reading your yoga stories, poems, humorous writings and art works. Keep writing!
i think traveling helps us to meet ourselves and in this helps us to cope with loss as well
nice to meet a fellow yogi – i’m only a beginner though
You are gifted. God bless.
You are such a talented poet, Raj. Your words are as enchanting as Wordsworth’s or Lord Byron’s. Honest to God!
Your first paragraph was heart-wrenching. I can’t imagine what the mother would be going through. Life sometimes throws unbelievable curve balls our way. Sending prayers and positive light her way.
Travel is catharsis to the soul yes, and I can say so through my own experiences.
Keep writing poetry please. We need more poets like you. I’m so blessed to have read two supremely talented poets today, you and Vinitha.
Hey Natasha, I accidentally stumbled upon this post and read your comment. I am so happy to read this. Grinning from ear to ear, really. And to be mentioned along with such a talented Wordsmith like Raj is a real honor. Have to frame these words. Love you! 😊🤩
I absolutely loved it, Raj. This is wow! I especially loved ‘ Healed’. Wow. This is the first post I am reading after my blogging break and now I realize how much I reading such fantastic writes. Keep going. 🙂